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Dewey

The name Dewey peaked for girls at #305 in 1898. Dewey is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Dewey is a boy's name of Welsh origin meaning "beloved".

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Not heard since the 1980s, Dewey shot into the Top 20 in 1898 thanks to the popularity of Spanish-American War naval hero Admiral George Dewey. Dewey has subtle links to his Welsh roots and relation to father name David .  The name was  borne by the fifth century St. Dewi, patron saint of Wales.  Later references include the namesake of the library Dewey Decimal System, a Donald Duck nephew, the younger brother on <em>Malcolm in the Middle</em> and Lemony Snicket character Dewey Denouement. It has a strong but dewy feel and is appealing enough to be ripe for a modern revival.

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The name Dewey is currently ranked #980 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #19 in 1898. It is currently rising in popularity. Dewey is occasionally used for girls in 1956.

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